Time Off Was Spot On

I had a much-needed day off from work to begin this new week, but I didn’t take the day off from being kind. To start the week on a positive note, I found some small ways to be kind to myself and to some other special people in my life. Nothing I did was earth shattering, but it is my hope that these small deeds made a positive impact for all involved.

I took one of my best friends, Wood, to his physical therapist’s office, so, he could schedule the therapy that will help him to recover from his recent hip replacement surgery.

Following Wood’s appointment, I treated him to his favorite fruit smoothie at the wellness center where we first met eleven years ago, and we shared some laughs and great conversation along the way.

I had a therapeutic massage that was healing and relaxing, and I scheduled another appointment for March. This definitely is one of my favorite forms of self-care, and if I ever win the lottery, I am hiring a full-time massage therapist straight away!

I treated my daughters to a special treat at one of our favorite local spots after school, and we engaged in a meaningful conversation about a variety of subjects. They may not remember our talk, but I certainly will, as it made me love them all the more, if that is even possible.

I went to the dentist for my six month check-up, as I am a firm believer in preventive care when it comes to my physical health.

As this day ends, I am counting all of the many blessings from today and feeling overwhelming grateful for all of the small things that make doing positive things for myself and others such a big deal.

It was another great day, and I am so happy that these kinds of days far outnumber the days that leave me feeling anxious and weary. I look forward to creating more days like this one.

I am calling first thing in the morning and scheduling a massage! It is the one most beneficial ways to take care of myself and somehow I manage to overlook it more times than not. Again it’s amazing how things work, yet another reminder I needed! 🙂

I actually have not…yet, I was finally able to get a little sleep which is good and today I worked my assignments and cleaned the house. Cleaning is therapeutic in so many ways for me. So tomorrow I hope to have some “free time” for me and some much needed self care 🙂